Nokia G21 vs OnePlus Turbo 6X
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the OnePlus Turbo 6X (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Super; launch prices were $179 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Turbo 6X leads — 53/100 vs 34/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Turbo 6X has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5050); the OnePlus Turbo 6X is faster in AnTuTu (979,430 vs 333,647); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
OnePlus Turbo 6X
What makes Nokia G21 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $220
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes OnePlus Turbo 6X better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 979430 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 1025 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2882 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (76/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the OnePlus Turbo 6X, the OnePlus Turbo 6X scores 19 points higher (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X leads (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X leads (60/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 34/100, OnePlus Turbo 6X — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G21 | OnePlus Turbo 6X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 979430 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 1025 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 2882 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 165.9×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus Turbo 6X
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
OnePlus Turbo 6X
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Turbo 6X
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G21 and OnePlus Turbo 6X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Turbo 6X leads Nokia G21 by 65.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Nokia G21 was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (57/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (76/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Turbo 6X notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (60/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the OnePlus Turbo 6X?
The OnePlus Turbo 6X is noticeably better than the Nokia G21 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the OnePlus Turbo 6X?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the OnePlus Turbo 6X — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the OnePlus Turbo 6X?
The OnePlus Turbo 6X leads on performance (57/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the OnePlus Turbo 6X?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the OnePlus Turbo 6X (76/100 vs 44/100).